John Batiste
John Batiste
Major General John Batisteis a retired officer of the United States Army, author, and the co-founder of Level Five Associates...
flag himself involved officers selection support surround
He tended to surround himself with those that support his agenda. He was involved with the selection of flag officers to an unprecedented level.
prepared
Sadly, we started something we weren't prepared to finish.
expect leadership military respects
We need leadership up there that respects the military as they expect the military to respect them.
believe build fresh guys knows leader speaking speaks start volumes
I believe we need a fresh start in the Pentagon. We need a leader who understands teamwork, a leader who knows how to build teams, a leader that does it without intimidation. You know, it speaks volumes that guys like me are speaking out.
talked
I have not talked to the other generals.
forgotten retirement secretary
And as I recall, the secretary didn't even go to his retirement ceremony; I have never forgotten that.